Who We Are

Founder Ruby Jane (Smith) Hyde grew up on stage—Grand Ole Opry at nine, records with Willie Nelson (Willie and the Wheel), and performances alongside Lady Gaga, Local Natives, Sheryl Crow, and ZZ Top. After years of playing private and corporate events, she started Hydden Talent to bring authentic artists to life’s biggest moments—and to keep great Texas musicians working and fairly paid. 

What We Believe

  • Artist-first: When artists thrive, the music soars.

  • One-size-fits-one: Every event is curated.

  • Texas + beyond: Roots here, genres wide.

  • Easy to work with: Clear pricing, friendly planning, professional execution.

What Makes Us Different

  • Boutique curation vs. mass-market bands.

  • Custom arrangements plus we’ll learn your song.

  • Budget-friendly, one-stop simplicity.

  • Discreet, professional crews with an outstanding reputation.

Mission 

  • Deliver unforgettable, artist-driven live music that feels personal—while sustaining Texas’s working musicians.

Our Why

  • Memorable moments deserve real artistry. Real artistry deserves fair work.

“Corporate cover bands can feel copy-paste. We curate artists with a unique point of view, there to learn YOUR song and craft YOUR moment. Clients get a custom, budget-friendly experience, and Texas artists get fairly paid work that sustains their careers.”

- Ruby Jane Hyde, Founder